Description

Aptly named The Pearl, double blooms smother the tips of each stem, releasing an intensely sweet floral scent. Known as "The Tuberose", the intoxicating fragrance is often used as a base scent in perfumes. Prefers well-drained soil in sun. Height 80cm (32"). Spread 20cm (8"). Tender perennial, bulbs are easy to lift over winter or moved to a sheltered spot if in a container.

Cultural Notes

Soil - Fertile free-draining,consistently moist

Position - Sun

Cutting -

Flowering - Spring/Summer

Additional Information - Keep the soil consistently moist throughout active growth as this will aid in the plants overall health and development. After the flowering period, bulbs should be dug up or transplanted and stored over the winter period. This will protect them from frost damage. Continue to water Polianthes, taking care not to waterlog the soil. Feed with a liquid fertiliser every couple of weeks throughout active growth as this will encourage profuse blooming.